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Key Facts: UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam

100

Total Objective Questions

UPSSSC Syllabus

120 mins

Exam Duration

UPSSSC Guidelines

0.25

Negative Marking (1/4th)

UPSSSC Regulations

₹25

Application Fee

UPSSSC Advt 2026

PET Score

Shortlisting Prerequisite

UPSSSC Eligibility

Merit List

Final Selection Criteria

UPSSSC Selection Process

UPSSSC Lower PCS (Advt 07-Exam/2026) recruits Group C subordinate posts in UP via PET shortlist → 100-Q Main MCQ (120 min, 0.25 negative) → document verification. Fee ₹25. No interview. Syllabus: Part-1 GS/Hindi/Aptitude (~65), Part-2 Computer (15), Part-3 UP GK (20).

Sample UPSSSC Lower PCS Practice Questions

Try these sample questions to test your UPSSSC Lower PCS exam readiness. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.

1Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court of India?
A.Article 124
B.Article 131
C.Article 143
D.Article 226
Explanation: Article 124 of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court of India. Article 131 is incorrect because it deals with the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Article 143 is incorrect because it deals with the advisory jurisdiction (power of President to consult the Supreme Court). Article 226 is incorrect because it deals with the power of High Courts to issue writs.
2In which year was the Battle of Buxar fought?
A.1757
B.1772
C.1761
D.1764
Explanation: The Battle of Buxar was fought on 22 October 1764 between the British East India Company and the combined Indian alliance of Mir Qasim, Shuja-ud-Daulah, and Shah Alam II. 1757 is incorrect because it was the year of the Battle of Plassey. 1772 is incorrect because it was the year Warren Hastings became Governor of Bengal, ending the Dual Government system. 1761 is incorrect because it was the year of the Third Battle of Panipat.
3Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the official languages of India?
A.Fifth Schedule
B.Sixth Schedule
C.Seventh Schedule
D.Eighth Schedule
Explanation: The Eighth Schedule lists the official languages recognised by the Constitution (currently 22 languages).
4Which of the following rivers originates from the Amarkantak plateau in Madhya Pradesh?
A.Godavari
B.Narmada
C.Krishna
D.Mahanadi
Explanation: The Narmada River originates from the Amarkantak Hill range in Madhya Pradesh. Godavari is incorrect because it originates at Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra. Krishna is incorrect because it originates near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra. Mahanadi is incorrect because it originates in the highlands of Chhattisgarh (Sihawa).
5Which Constitutional Amendment Act introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India?
A.100th Amendment Act
B.101st Amendment Act
C.102nd Amendment Act
D.103rd Amendment Act
Explanation: The 101st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2016 introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India. The 100th Amendment Act is incorrect because it ratified the Land Boundary Agreement between India and Bangladesh. The 102nd Amendment Act is incorrect because it gave constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC). The 103rd Amendment Act is incorrect because it introduced a 10% reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).
6Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
A.Mitochondria
B.Lysosome
C.Ribosome
D.Golgi Apparatus
Explanation: Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell because they generate most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), used as a source of chemical energy. Lysosome is incorrect because it functions as the waste disposal system of the cell (often called suicide bags). Ribosome is incorrect because it is responsible for protein synthesis. Golgi Apparatus is incorrect because it packages proteins for secretion.
7In which layer of the atmosphere is the ozone layer predominantly located?
A.Troposphere
B.Stratosphere
C.Mesosphere
D.Thermosphere
Explanation: The ozone layer is primarily found in the lower portion of the Stratosphere, where it absorbs most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation. Troposphere is incorrect because it is the lowest layer where weather phenomena occur. Mesosphere is incorrect because it lies above the stratosphere and is where most meteors burn up. Thermosphere is incorrect because it is the upper layer characterized by high temperatures and contains the ionosphere.
8Which country held the official presidency of the G20 Summit in the year 2023?
A.Indonesia
B.Brazil
C.India
D.South Africa
Explanation: India held the G20 presidency from December 1, 2022, to November 30, 2023, hosting the summit in New Delhi. Indonesia is incorrect because it held the presidency in 2022. Brazil is incorrect because it held the presidency in 2024. South Africa is incorrect because it held the presidency in 2025.
9Who among the following was associated with the introduction of the Ryotwari Settlement in British India?
A.Lord Cornwallis
B.Thomas Munro
C.Holt Mackenzie
D.Warren Hastings
Explanation: The Ryotwari Settlement was introduced by Thomas Munro (along with Alexander Read) in the Madras and Bombay Presidencies. Lord Cornwallis is incorrect because he introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793. Holt Mackenzie is incorrect because he was associated with the Mahalwari Settlement in 1822. Warren Hastings is incorrect because he introduced the farming system (Izaredari) of land revenue.
10The division of powers between the Union and the States is detailed under which Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
A.Fifth Schedule
B.Sixth Schedule
C.Seventh Schedule
D.Eighth Schedule
Explanation: The Seventh Schedule of the Constitution deals with the division of powers between the Union and States through three lists: Union, State, and Concurrent lists. Fifth Schedule is incorrect because it contains provisions for the administration of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes. Sixth Schedule is incorrect because it contains provisions for tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. Eighth Schedule is incorrect because it lists the 22 official languages of India.

About the UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam

The UPSSSC Lower PCS (Combined Lower Subordinate Services) Examination under Advt. No. 07-Exam/2026 is conducted by UPSSSC to fill Group C executive and administrative posts in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are shortlisted for the Main written examination based on their Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) score. The Main exam is a single objective paper of 100 questions / 100 marks in 120 minutes with 0.25 negative marking. The official paper is organized as Part-1 Subject-Related Knowledge (~65 Q), Part-2 Computer & IT (15 Q), and Part-3 UP GK (20 Q). Final selection is merit-based from Main marks followed by document verification; there is no interview.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

Merit list based on Main written exam marks (no interview)

Exam Fee

₹25 for all categories (Advt. No. 07-Exam/2026) (Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC))

UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam Content Outline

65%

Part-1: Subject-Related Knowledge

Economy (10), Polity (10), Environment (10), History (5), Science (5), Current Events (5), Intelligence (5), Math (5), Geography (5), General Hindi (5)

15%

Part-2: Computer & Information Technology

Computer fundamentals, hardware/software, OS, internet/networking, MS Office, e-governance, cybersecurity, and contemporary IT

20%

Part-3: Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge

UP history, culture, geography, economy, administration, tourism, and state schemes/current affairs

How to Pass the UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Merit list based on Main written exam marks (no interview)
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹25 for all categories (Advt. No. 07-Exam/2026)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

UPSSSC Lower PCS Study Tips from Top Performers

1Prioritize Part-1 high-weight topics: Economy, Polity, and Environment (10 Q each), then Geography/History/Science/Current/Hindi/Aptitude (5 Q each).
2Treat UP GK (20 Q) and Computer & IT (15 Q) as high-ROI scoring blocks—revise schemes, geography, and MS Office/internet fundamentals daily.
3Practice only ~5 General Hindi questions’ worth of depth (sandhi, samas, muhavare, spelling) rather than over-investing as if Hindi were 15 marks.
4Keep intelligence and elementary math sharp for the combined ~10 aptitude items; accuracy matters more than volume because of 0.25 negative marking.
5Track national current affairs plus UP-specific developments; selection has no interview, so Main MCQ merit is decisive.
6Take full 120-minute mocks of 100 MCQs and review every wrong answer against official Part-1/2/3 weights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam?

It is the Lower Subordinate Services recruitment exam conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) to select candidates for executive Group C posts like Supply Inspector, Marketing Inspector, and Revenue Inspector.

How does shortlisting work for the Lower PCS Main Exam?

Candidates are shortlisted for the Main written examination based on their scores in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) conducted by the UPSSSC. Only candidates with valid PET scores who meet the cutoff for the specific advertisement are allowed to register for the Main exam.

What is the exam pattern of the UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam?

Under Advt. No. 07-Exam/2026, the Main exam is a single offline objective paper of 100 questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes with 0.25 negative marking. Weighting is Part-1 Subject-Related Knowledge (~65 Q), Part-2 Computer & IT (15 Q), and Part-3 UP General Knowledge (20 Q).

Is there a negative marking policy in the Lower PCS exam?

Yes. A negative marking penalty of 25% or 1/4th (0.25 marks) is deducted for each incorrect answer. Unattempted questions incur no penalty.

What is the application fee for the exam?

Under Advt. No. 07-Exam/2026, the Main application/processing fee is a nominal ₹25 for all categories.

How is the final selection list prepared?

Final selection is based entirely on the merit list from Main written exam marks, followed by document verification. There is no interview stage for this recruitment.

Is there an interview in UPSSSC Lower PCS (Advt 07-Exam/2026)?

No. Selection is PET shortlisting → Main objective MCQ → Document Verification. There is no interview.

Do I need to be a resident of Uttar Pradesh to apply?

Indian citizens from all states can apply, but only those who possess a valid domicile of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to claim category-based reservations, fee concessions, and age relaxation benefits.